What is the legal eyesight limit for driving in India?

As per the guidelines prescribed by the AIIMS experts, the applicant must obtain a certificate from a government ophthalmologist that the visual acuity in the eye is 6/12 or more, and horizontal visual field should be 120ba or more.

What is adequate field of vision for driving?

Visual acuity is the sharpness of your vision. By law, you must be able to read a standard size number plate (with glasses or contact lenses if necessary) from 20.5 metres (67 feet), or 20 metres (65 feet) if narrower characters (50mm wide) are displayed.

Is digital license accepted?

As per the government order, digital driving license and Registration Certificate (RC) on Digilocker or m-Parivahan mobile app, are considered valid documents under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. The documents stored in these two platforms will be at par with the certificates issued by the transport department.

Can I buy two wheeler without driving licence in Tamilnadu?

Not in Tamil Nadu. There is no such provision in the Central Motor Vehicle Act, 1988, that makes licence mandatory for purchase of a vehicle, said S Rajavel, president of Tamil Nadu Automobile Association. “Possession of driving licence was never a criterion for buying a vehicle.

Can I wear glasses for driving test?

Wearing glasses or corrective lenses If you wear glasses or corrective lenses for the eyesight test, the law requires you wear them whenever you are driving/riding and during your test. You are not allowed to remove your glasses or corrective lenses at any time during the test, including carrying out the manoeuvres.

Can you drive if you fail a field vision test?

Field of Vision Tests If they deem that your peripheral vision is not adequate enough, they revoke your driving licence. From a legal stance, this would make it illegal to continue driving, as it is an offence to drive without a valid driving licence.

Can you drive with blepharospasm?

Blepharospasm. ✘- Must not drive and must notify DVLA. Driving is not usually licensed if the condition is severe and affects vision, even if treated.

Is it necessary to carry original documents while driving?

Yes, it is mandatory to have the original driving license with you. However, you don’t have to carry it in the form of a physical paper; you can carry it on your phone in the DigiLocker or m-Parivahan app.

What is the upper age limit for driving Licence in India?

The Initial licence given by the Transport Authority is valid up to the age of 50 years, after that the renewal is for five years at a time. There is no upper limit on the age of the applicant, but with reasonable health and eyesight there is no problem in renewal of driving licence.

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